The Indians of Carlsbad Caverns National Park

"The Indians of Carlsbad Caverns National Park" by Jack R. Williams is a history book that tells the stories of different Native American groups who once lived in the area now known as Carlsbad Caverns National Park. It describes the lives, customs, and cultures of these people, starting with the earliest inhabitants who arrived thousands of years ago, like the Basketmakers, who were known for their hunting, gathering, and special crafts. The author writes about how these people lived each day, what they ate, how they worked together, and what they believed about the world around them while examining interactions with nature and the use of caverns, including their use for shelter and rituals. It also explains how things changed when new tribes, like the Mescalero Apaches and Comanches, came to the area, and how they were affected by contact with Europeans, providing a view of the park's significance and rich cultural heritage.